Coaching Corner: Let's get physical!
By Marilou Butcher Roth
Let's face the facts -- real estate can be rather taxing on us. We often put in long, hard hours to accomplish what we need to. I want to use my analogy of the savings account again for this situation -- if you are not putting enough into your body, there will be nothing left to give.
How are you maintaining your physical health? Do you have a regular exercise regime? There was a man in a class that I recently taught that was a REALTOR and also did personal training. He was adamant that we need to walk 30 minutes each day! You may not go in that direction but you need to find something that you participate in regularly that promotes your cardiovascular health and vitality! When you are physically more active you also assist with stress reduction.
And, what about the food that you are putting in your body? There are lots of fads and trends out there as to how to eat. You do not need to be radical to be healthy. Pay more attention to what actually nourishes your body and how you feel after eating. Are there certain foods that create sleepiness after you eat them, or discomfort perhaps? And what about your portions? Are you stopping when you feel satisfied or continuing to eat just because it tastes good?
This week, think about how you want to look and feel in your physical body, and then ask yourself if you were at that place, how would your life be different. Once you have a good idea of what you want, sit down and create a doable plan of how to get there. You may get yourself an accountability buddy to help keep you connected to your goals.
Have fun with this -- keep it light! And, when you finish reading this, go out for a walk!
Marilou Butcher Roth
Marilou Butcher Roth is the owner of The MBR Group, a coaching and training company working primarily with REALTORS who have a desire to work and live from a more inspired place. She is also the Broker/Owner of Group REALTORS in Cincinnati.
Marilou is a member of the Ohio REALTORS Board of Directors and past chairman of the organization’s Communications Committee.
